Pictured is the Homeschool Thursday group with their storytelling boxes.

As daylight hours increase, the library continues to experience high levels of activity due to many taking advantage of the AARP volunteers, who generously dedicate their time to assist with tax preparation.

The volunteers will be available until March 15. If anyone is interested in this free service, please call the library at 518-523-3200.

— Storytime — Every Friday morning at 10:30, Ms. Linda entertains children and their parents with a story, music, and a table activity. On Friday, February 7, due to school closures, the children’s room was filled with families eager to hear a story, sing songs, and play. Ms. Linda’s story featured a princess and a dragon who loved bananas. Everyone had a wonderful time!

— Math Tutoring — The LPPL continues to offer free math tutoring for any student in grades 6-12. Chris Ward is available by appointment only. For more information call the library at 518-523-3200. This program is available thanks to the Adirondack Foundation – Lake Placid Education Foundation Fund.

— 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program — Since 2017 LPPL has participated in this program. The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book to your newborn, infant, or toddler. The goal is to read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten. Just reading two books a day, you will have read 730 books in one year. Most children start kindergarten by 5 years old, therefore it is easy to reach 1000 books and earn a special certificate, a library book bag, and a book dedicated to the library in your child’s name. Are you ready to get started? Stop by the library, pick up the book log, and check out a few books to start this rewarding journey with your little ones.

Three moms enjoy Storytime with their youngest.

On Thursday, Feb. 6, the homeschool group explored the art of storytelling through classic tales. The children created their own felt stories using pizza boxes, inspired by these timeless classics. A special thank you goes to Dave Nicola at Mr. Mike’s Pizza for donating the boxes. Homeschool Thursday is designed for families with students in grades K-6, but students of all ages are welcome to join.

Upcoming events:

— Our monthly craft social takes place on the last Monday of every month from 10:30 to 12:30. Bring a craft you are working on, have a cup of tea, and enjoy. The next craft social is scheduled for Monday, February 24.

— Adult/Teen Programming – On Monday, March 3, from 10:30 to 12:30, join us to learn how to create your own coiled basket using raffia and yarn! This project may take some time, so you might start at the library and finish it at home. It’s a wonderful way to use up your leftover and odd balls of yarn. Adults and teens are welcome to participate. We will provide the materials, but feel free to bring your own yarn if you prefer.

The Lego Club meets on the last Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the children’s room. The next meeting will take place on Thursday, Feb. 27.

On Thursday, March 13 at 10 a.m., the Homeschool group will “Write and Illustrate a Picture Book.” This is a free program, and everyone is welcome!

New releases

Adult Fiction – “Onyx Storm” by Rebecca Yarros, “All Fours” by Miranda July, “A Merry Little Murder Plot” by Jenn McKinlay, “Desolation Code” by Graham Brown, “Time Will Tell” by Rita Mae Brown, “Witchcraft For Wayward Girls” by Grady Hendrix, “The Stolen Queen” by Fiona Davis, “See How They Hide” by Allison Brennan, “Homeseeking” by Karissa Chen, “A Sea of Unspoken Things” by Adrienne Young, “More or Less Maddy” by Lisa Genova, “Robert Ludlum’s the Bourne Vandetta” by Brian Freeman, “Better Than Friends” by Jill Shalvis, “The Big Empty” by Robert Crais, “Presumed Guilty” by Scott Turrow, “The Oligarch’s Daughter” by Joseph Finder, and “Johnny Careless” by Kevin Wade.

Adult Non-fiction – “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins, “The Way of Play” by Tina Payne Bryson, “The Sirens’ Call: How Attention Became the World’s Most Endangered Resource” by Chris Hayes, “Empresses of Seventh Avenue: World War II, New York City, and The Birth of American Fashion” by Nancy Mac Donell, “Open When: A Companion for Life’s Twists and Turns” by Dr. Julie Smith, “Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People” by Perry Imani, and “The Lion of Winter: Survival and Sacrifice on Mount Washington” by Ty Gagney.

Juvenile Fiction – “The Elder’s Quest” by Erin Hunter, “Keeper of Lost Cities: Unraveled” by Shannon Messenger, “Pizza Face: Based on a True Story” by Rex Ogle.

Juvenile Non-Fiction – “History As it Happens: A Map-by-Map Guide” by Dorling Kindersley, “Animals” by Tom Jackson, “Amazing Athletes” by James Buckley Jr., and “Minecraft Survival Challenge” by Tom Stone.

Children’s – “How to Catch a Groundhog” by Alice Walstead and Emma Gillette, “Wilder Child” by Nicolette Sowder, “Between You and Me” by Rob Sanders, “A Pocketful of Rocks” by Kristin Mahoney, and “Bruce Saves the Planet” by Ryan Higgins.